The 1896 U.S. National Championships was a tennis tournament that took place in June and August of 1896. The women's tournament was held from June 17 to June 20 on the outdoor grass courts at the Philadelphia Cricket Club in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The men's tournament was held from August 17 to August 26 on the outdoor grass courts at the Newport Casino in Newport, Rhode Island. It was the 16th U.S. National Championships and the second Grand Slam tournament of the year. US Open 1896: August 17–17, 1896. Men's singles: Robert Wrenn — 3rd major title. Women's singles: Elisabeth Moore. Wiki link